Turtle Collecting | Seiko 6309 Overview & Info

[@mistersmith3986]

Wearing my Old School Turtle 6309 7040 from January 1980 right now. All original parts. Never been serviced. Works like a gem and keeps time like a Mayan!!!

[@cedricjohnnunez3490]

I never thought this was a popular watch at the time of production. I have the 7040. It was passed to me by my father and still working (Jan 2021). I believe this was opened once by Seiko themselves. Never rebuild. I'm reluctant to get it serviced due to unavailable parts and might get replaced. Proud to have it.

[@JustWatchreviews]

There are some watchmakers around still who can service them. Lots is NOS parts around. Cheers!

[@watchnut5305]

The 7040 and 7049 denotes where sold rest of world or American market. All 6309s had the S at 6 o clock and were made in Japan until production was moved to Hong Kong in mid 1981.

[@MattMorris481]

I have a 6309 my dad bought in 1987, and it is still going never opened I even still have the box and receipt he paid $184 for it unreal. I just hope it keeps going because it is big $$$ to have it fixed right.

[@elaurel951]

I was just looking up my watch. It is the American version and does not have the SUWA symbol under 150, but in fine print you can see a SUWA symbol on the bottom edge. I don't know if that means anything, but my watch has never had a mod done and has never been opened for maintenance. It barely has a scratch on it. The glass has no scratch at all. It still keeps time relatively well...same as when I first got it. I bought this watch in 1988 so that makes it 33 years old. The luminance no longer glows, but there is no sign of corrosion or pitting. I absolutely love this watch. The band is the only thing that deteriorated. It did not wear down as I rarely wore this watch. The rubber strap just lost its' elasticity and finally just fell off. Thought about modding it, but figured I'll just build a watch from mods and get another movement. My 6309 still looks new...even the luminance hasn't cracked. It just doesn't glow anymore.

[@Pete…NoNotThatOne]

Never understood the hate for Hardlex, right now I’m wearing an 18 year old SKX171 that’s been serviced once, original hardlex crystal, a couple slight scratches on it. I mean, hesalite is good enough for NASA on their speedies, and nobody complains about that.

[@alexserrano2850]

High five for the 171, one of the least known SKX and far more interesting than the standard 007/9 dial without applied indices. I have one too but mine was made in 2005 which I thought was the year they first released them. I guess I was wrong and it's an older model...

[@williamstalvey6920]

Probably, the single tougher than nail watch I have ever worn...the best, looks great at the beach and is very comfortable, will last 4 ever!!

[@vincegredo]

I’ve got an all original, was my grandfathers. Sat in a desk for 20 years. Not planning on selling it ever though 😄

[@lynnlittle8671]

I love these watches, I've owned a few, I'll probably never let my 6306-7001 or my 6105-8119 go.

[@heklik]

My 7040 was given by my father to me, was manufactured on may 1981.

[@user-qi3yd1bv1b]

my dream watch

[@1968jpy]

Another awesome Seiko video Mike . I currently own the Padi Turtle 🐢 and hope to soon acquire the new save the ocean 🌊 great white turtle 🐢. I’ve tried it on at a local jeweler and love the new upgraded bezel and bezel insert as well.

[@johnmora5830]

Just got my first Seiko turtle with a mop dragon shroud dial and fishbone hands. Got it for a steal and still has original movement

[@rogeriusrex1]

High West & 6309s...you have great taste!

[@surfitli]

Very nice. I have a few of the currant Seiko Turtles. For the most part a think they are great watches. Only thing is a noticed some of the newer releases are going for a lot more then they are worth.

[@JustWatchreviews]

Thanks! I've seen 777's for under $300 on Amazon from time to time.

[@surfitli]

Just Watch Correct. The 777 has been out for a while. I have seen Turtles go has high as $680, with basilly the same specs.

[@M3LTUP]

IMO. Anything under $1k is a great deal on these. I realize todays(5/1/20)market doesnt value them yet at this price point. But that just means they are undervalued.

[@ccooper8040]

Love my Turtle 🐢 new release.

[@JB-qt8eh]

Did you see the new releases for seiko prospex divers, they have the new 6105, it looks great, and good size too

[@Katobats]

But the movement is weak ..it looks like better but not

[@sparky6996]

Very good content! Love these watches but have no idea where to get one that I can trust

[@rogershaw4266]

Great content as per usual 👍🏽

[@johntocho8954]

Nice video!

[@yaaxarr8977]

Great review but there are 3 versions in the market.

[@f1k199]

Mine has the s and it s a 7049. But then it says japan A on the case. Does it mean made in usa or japan.

[@WonderofWatches]

Hi, do you still have this watch?

[@JustWatchreviews]

Yes, of course!

[@Jorgie000]

Is it possible to get replacement bezel inserts that have the original slant? My one has an aftermarket insert but its a flatter one than original 6309 7040

[@JustWatchreviews]

IDK, check with Spencer Klein, he has a lot of great led Seiko parts

[@mabul513]

Have saw one with 8 digit case and movement code. On fron says 4r36 05G4 on back says 4r36 05H0? Is it genuine? Please anyone with the special edition watch and European one could ypu please advise if its normal to have 8 digit number that on ladt 2 digits are different. HO On caseback but G4 on face ? No card not sure if con

[@bradyaiello714]

Sounds like a frankenwatch. 4R36 movements are put in some of their current watches

[@watchnut5305]

Suwa and none Suwa makes no difference. They go for the same price.

[@drazenbabich]

Yes and no. Depends on perspective and how much of a collector 'nut' are you. For many out there Made in Japan still matters as well as the fact most Suwa's date back to late 70es. I own both and appreciate them the same, BTW.

[@derekshearer9049]

Great review, but not my cup of tea at all. Cheers